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Claimant: Social Media
Claim: During a weather broadcast, meteorologist John Morales said of his ability to predict hurricanes in Florida, “I am not sure I can do that this year because of the cuts, the gutting, the sledgehammer attack on science in general.”
Rating: TRUE
Explanation: The quote is authentic. Morales made the statement during a weather broadcast while discussing concerns about how funding cuts and reductions affecting science agencies could affect hurricane forecasting.
Date: 09/02/2026
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Last Updated on September 2, 2026 by Media Bias Fact Check